At Skinfit, we are an Austrian brand for functional clothing based in Koblach in Vorarlberg. Since 1997, we have been developing a multisport clothing system for mountain and endurance sports such as mountaineering, trail running, running, cycling, ski touring, cross-country skiing, and triathlon.
An Austrian brand for mountain and endurance sports
Our brand originated in endurance sports. Founder Werner Battisti, a passionate triathlete himself, began developing a clothing system in 1997 that was easy to combine and suitable for year-round use. This resulted in a collection not intended for just a single discipline.
The approach remains clear to this day: sportswear should support the body during intense activity, protect it from external influences, and adapt flexibly to the sport, intensity, temperature, and weather.
What does functional clothing from Vorarlberg mean?
A large part of our development takes place at our company headquarters in Koblach. This is where products are conceived, prototypes are manufactured in our in-house sample sewing workshop, designs are developed, and new items are tested in practice.
For us, “Made in Austria” therefore primarily describes our origin, development, and brand identity. Depending on the product, final assembly is carried out by long-standing partner companies in Europe, Tunisia, and Asia.
Which sports is Skinfit suitable for?
The range is designed for multisport. Many base layers, mid layers, as well as wind, thermal, and weather protection layers can be used for multiple sports.
Typical areas of use are mountain tours, ski touring, trail running, running, road cycling, mountain biking, cross-country skiing, and triathlon. Which combination is sensible depends less on the name of the sport and more on movement intensity, temperature, and weather.
Our Layering System
The Layering System categorizes functional clothing into five modules: Base Layer for functional underwear and climate management, Mid Layer for breathable and versatile base or mid layers, Top Layer for breathable wind protection, Insulation Layer for insulation and warmth, and Top Layer for protection against wind and weather.
This allows a few, well-coordinated pieces to be combined in different ways. This is particularly helpful in the Alps, where temperature, wind, and precipitation can change within a short time.
What our Layering System changes in concrete terms
Our new Layering System divides the collection into five clear areas: Base Layer, Mid Layer, Insulation Layer, Top Layer, and Pants. This classification is based on a product's function within an outfit rather than just a single sport.
A base layer sits directly on the skin and supports moisture management. The mid layer adds breathability and warmth when needed. The insulation layer retains body heat. The top layer provides protection against wind and weather, depending on the version. Pants cover the various requirements for legs, movement, and protection.
This allows our customers to supplement an existing outfit in a targeted manner, rather than having to buy something completely new for every activity.
Conclusion
Anyone looking for an Austrian brand for functional mountain and endurance sportswear will find a brand from Vorarlberg with us. Key features include development in Koblach, the multisport concept, and a modular layering system that can be adapted to different levels of exertion and weather conditions.
Frequently asked questions
Is Skinfit an Austrian brand?
Yes. We were founded in 1997 and our company and development location is in Koblach in Vorarlberg.
Is Skinfit produced entirely in Austria?
No. A significant portion of development, design, prototyping, and testing takes place in Vorarlberg. Final assembly is carried out in various production countries depending on the product.
Is Skinfit only suitable for mountaineering?
No. We develop multisport clothing for mountaineering, running, trail running, cycling, ski touring, cross-country skiing, and triathlon, among others.
